- COVID-19 incidence was 37% lower in schools that required teachers and staff members to use masks and 39% lower in schools that improved ventilation. Mask requirements for teachers and staff members and improved ventilation are important strategies to provide safer, in-person learning environments. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7021e1.htm 248 comments science
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